There are certainly some challenges with the artificial forests - I saw them for the first time 2 years ago. What I didn’t realize was that they were devoid of life. I was only driving and there was a lot of other cars around so we couldn’t hear anything besides the wind lol but if the animals aren’t there then that’s certainly an issue and a challenge.
The only thing I can say is that I do appreciate that these forests with species that grow super fast does prevent the cutting of giant swaths of old growth trees. I’ve seen some differences in the wood of old versus this new stuff and it’s quite evident. The good thing is these forests prevent those from dying, so there is some solace there.
I really hope that to be the case. Old forests need protection as they foster so much diversity of life and species. It is sad to seem them being cut down. You are right but the problem is that vast numbers of old forests are cut down to make space to grow these fast growing trees… so it is even a problem here! But there is a need to keep the forests alive so maybe that will help.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment.